Seychelles Fishing: Catch Indian Ocean Game Fish

Bottom fishing and trolling both catch different fish. Pick the method or do both in one trip.

Seychelles Fishing is a guided fishing activity in the Indian Ocean where you cast lines for red snapper, groupers, tuna, wahoo and seasonal game fish using bottom fishing, trolling or both methods. Choose between a half-day or full-day trip. The operator provides rods, lures, jigs, line and bait, plus water, soda and snacks. Lunch is included on full-day trips only. October through May is peak season.

The experience

You pick your method before you go: bottom fishing holds the boat steady over reefs and drop-offs where snapper and groupers live, while trolling means moving through open water trailing lines behind the boat for tuna, wahoo and the seasonal sailfish and marlin. Many anglers choose both in the same trip to cover more ground and more species. The boat leaves with rods already rigged, lures and jigs ready, and live bait on board. You cast, feel the strike and bring in what bites.

Red snapper, amber jacks and dog-tooth tuna show up year-round. Yellow fin tuna, wahoo, sailfish, marlin, dorado and rainbow runners are seasonal, peaking October through May. A half-day trip runs four hours. A full day runs eight. Private transportation to the boat is included, and the crew brings bottled water, soda and snacks for the whole trip. On a full-day outing, lunch is part of the package. All fees and taxes are built into the price.

The activity suits first-time casters and experienced anglers alike. The boat and crew handle the technical side. You focus on the fishing itself. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or pregnancy.

What’s included

• Fishing rods, lures, jigs, line and bait.
• bottled water, soda and snacks.
• lunch on full-day trips.
• private transportation to the boat.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

3 options

Half-day fishing, boat only08:00Lasts 4 hours; includes pickup

Full-day fishing, boat only08:005-star rated, lasting 7 hours; includes a light lunch, soft drinks and water; private boat; pickup is included

Drop-off fishing, boat only05:30Available from any accommodation on Mahe Island only; big game drop-off fishing rated 5 stars, with a fully knowledgeable fishing guide; lasts 9 hours and is all inclusive, with lunch, soft drinks and water on board; inner island drop-off on a private boat; pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 05:30 and 08:00

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Ocean Blue Travel Team

Is this one for you?Half-day trips work if you want to fish without committing a full day. Full-day trips let you try both bottom fishing and trolling and stay out through the peak feeding hours. The October-to-May window is when seasonal species like sailfish and marlin show up, so book then if those are your target.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What fish can I actually catch off Seychelles right now?

Red snapper, amber jacks, groupers and dog-tooth tuna are available year-round. Yellow fin tuna, wahoo, sailfish, marlin, dorado and rainbow runners are seasonal, with the best window October through May.

What's the difference between bottom fishing and trolling?

Bottom fishing holds the boat over reefs and drop-offs where you cast down for snapper and groupers. Trolling moves the boat and trails lines behind it for tuna, wahoo and larger game fish. Many trips combine both methods in the same outing.

How long does a fishing trip take?

Half-day trips run four hours. Full-day trips run eight hours. You choose which length suits your schedule.

What's included in the price?

Fishing rods, lures, jigs, line and bait are all provided. Bottled water, soda and snacks come with every trip. Lunch is included on full-day trips only. Private transportation to the boat is included, and all fees and taxes are built in.

Is this activity suitable if I've never fished before?

Yes, the activity suits both first-time anglers and experienced fishers. The crew handles the setup and technical work. You cast and reel.